A review by The Associated Press shows that at least two dozen U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement employees and contractors have been charged with crimes including physical and sexual abuse and corruption since 2020. The findings raise questions about oversight as the agency rapidly expands.
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Authorities detained and released a man questioned in connection with the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie’s mother as the search continues. Investigators hope tips from released surveillance footage help solve the case.
China critic and former media tycoon Jimmy Lai is sentenced to 20 years in a Hong Kong security case
China critic and former media tycoon Jimmy Lai is sentenced to 20 years in a Hong Kong security case
Hong Kong pro-democracy figure Jimmy Lai is sentenced to 20 years under the national security law. The case intensifies global concern over media freedom and dissent.
A U.S.-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has cut major fighting but sporadic strikes and accusations of violations persist in Gaza.
Keir Starmer has apologised to victims of Jeffrey Epstein after renewed scrutiny of Peter Mandelson’s past associations. The controversy has intensified pressure on the UK prime minister over judgment and vetting.
A new Gallup poll shows many Americans now see politics and government as their country’s biggest issue, with younger people especially concerned about economic challenges like affordability.
Iran’s president has instructed his foreign minister to pursue “fair and equitable” negotiations with the United States on nuclear issues amid intense domestic protests and military incidents.
A 13-year-old boy swam for hours through cold, rough seas to save his mother and younger siblings after they were swept out to sea in Western Australia. His determination allowed rescuers to locate and save the rest of the family.
Authorities arrested one person after discovering a suspected biolab inside a Las Vegas home. Investigators say the property is linked to a man previously charged over an unauthorized California biolab.
Federal immigration agents arrested activists at gunpoint in Minneapolis as tensions continue following recent enforcement operations and protests. State leaders warn the ongoing sweeps are creating fear among schools, families, and local communities.
Libyan officials say Seif al-Islam Gadhafi was killed in Zintan after armed men stormed his home. His death comes amid Libya’s ongoing political instability and militia rule.
Vietnam’s military has been preparing contingency plans for a potential war with the United States, reflecting internal documents that describe the U.S. as a possible belligerent power even as diplomatic ties deepen.
Former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton have agreed to appear before the Republican-led House Oversight Committee as part of its investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein amid threats of contempt of Congress votes. This will mark the first time a former president is compelled to testify before Congress.
Iranians spoke anonymously to the Associated Press about mass protests in Tehran and across Iran, describing hope and fear as security forces crack down on demonstrators. The government’s aggressive response has led to widespread killings and an internet blackout that hinders independent reporting.
Senate leaders are racing to pass a temporary funding plan to keep the Department of Homeland Security open while lawmakers negotiate immigration-enforcement reforms, even as a partial government shutdown looms. The deal reflects deep divisions over ICE and border policy after controversial federal actions in Minneapolis.
Senate Democrats blocked a funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security as budget negotiations with Republicans and the White House stalled. Their move raises the risk of a partial government shutdown if no deal is reached before funding expires.
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